CarVerify

Free Car Check

DX05 KVG

2005 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,288 mi
Last recorded50,288 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 KVG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 50,288 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 49,700 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 47,464 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 47,075 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Gear lever worn

Pass 8 Sep 2020 46,603 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 42,771 miles

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively Rear foot brake (1.1.15 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake lever has travel before operation

Gear lever excessively worn

Pass 3 Aug 2018 39,807 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 39,807 miles

Headlamp aim too low both dip and main beam (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated fork oil from leaking fork has contaminated pads (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front brake lever feels spongy and pumps up.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 3mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 39,107 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 39,107 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 May 2015 37,967 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 31,854 miles

Left hand dipped beam does not work but right hand does so advise only

Pass 27 Jun 2013 22,000 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 15,405 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,153 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 9,686 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,412 miles

Rear brake pads due for replacement.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 6,865 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?

Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,051
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,829
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,971
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,275
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 912
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 604
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 520
Full Triumph Sprint reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DX05 KVG is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 21,008 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,971 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 KVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX05 KVG?

You can check the full history of DX05 KVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX05 KVG registered?

DX05 KVG is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is DX05 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 KVG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX05 KVG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DX05 KVG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.